Senior Fabricator: Exhibits & Event Displays

Eventlink Group; Northlake (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Eventlink Group in Northlake, IL is seeking a skilled Fabricator to join our fabrication shop and production team. The role focuses on building, assembling, finishing, and preparing custom exhibits, event displays, and branded activations.

You will work closely with Project Managers, Designers, Account Managers, and production staff to translate concepts and drawings into high-quality finished products. Travel up to 30% may be required for on-site installations and dismantles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in exhibit fabrication, scenic fabrication, woodworking, or related production environment.
• Experience in the trade show, events, experiential marketing, or custom exhibit industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, modify, repair, and finish custom exhibits, event displays, branded environments, and related production elements.
• Read and interpret shop drawings, technical drawings, renderings, construction plans, and production specifications.
• Determine appropriate fabrication methods, materials, tools, and assembly techniques for assigned projects.
• Operate woodworking equipment, power tools, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other shop and production equipment safely.
• Maintain a high standard of craftsmanship and ensure completed work meets project specifications and company quality standards.
• Coordinate fabrication activities and priorities to meet production schedules and project deadlines.
• Identify potential fabrication challenges and recommend practical solutions, material substitutions, or process improvements.
• Communicate project status, material needs, scheduling concerns, and potential risks to Project Managers and other team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe fabrication shop and warehouse.
• Follow OSHA requirements, company safety policies, and established safe operating procedures.
• Inspect tools and equipment and communicate maintenance or repair needs.
• Assist with maintaining appropriate inventory levels of fabrication materials, hardware, and shop supplies.
• Prepare exhibits, event materials, equipment, and other assets for transportation and installation.
• Assist with packing, loading, unloading, shipping, receiving, and material handling as needed.
• Support on-site event installations and dismantles, including occasional overnight travel.
• During fabrication downtime, assist with warehouse organization, inventory accuracy, asset tracking, equipment maintenance, and other production needs.
• Perform other production and warehouse duties as needed to support successful project execution.

Skills

Woodworking

Blueprints reading

CAD renderings

Shop equipment operation

Metal fabrication

Quality craftsmanship

Problem solving

Teamwork

Inventory management

Forklift operation

Driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training or certification

Trade certification

Tools

CAD software

Shop machinery

Forklift operation

Pallet jacks

Finishing techniques

Job description

Eventlink Group in Northlake, IL is seeking a skilled Fabricator to join our fabrication shop and production team. The role focuses on building, assembling, finishing, and preparing custom exhibits, event displays, and branded activations.

You will work closely with Project Managers, Designers, Account Managers, and production staff to translate concepts and drawings into high-quality finished products. Travel up to 30% may be required for on-site installations and dismantles.